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SURPRISES AND GLUTTONY
When Date walked into the large reception hall wearing his 14th-century Samurai body armor, all conversations stopped. Every eye watched him walk to the reception line. The red and black uniform of his ancestors stood out from all the formal dresses and Black Cross uniforms in the room. Even Gott's pure white military uniform was no match for the Samurai war armor. Date knew that he was the center of attention. He proudly strutted across the room, displaying the swagger and confidence his ancestors were known for in ancient Japan.
"Mr. Hattori, thank you for attending my gala tonight. And thank you very much for wearing the military uniform of your ancestors."
Der Fuhrer lightly grasped Date's left arm and maneuvered him so he could examine the body armor. He
